Sequence to Build a Safe Vinyasa Practice

Maintain a neutral pelvis, and quiet your mind as you move step by step into Hanumanasana.

It’s all about progression with Natasha Rizopoulos’s signature method of designing a satisfying practice.

Sutra 1.12 introduces two essential elements of yogic philosophy: effort and non-attachment. When practiced together, they can serve as a spiritual and practical roadmap for navigating almost every aspect of life with greater equanimity.

Natasha was featured in the 2016 article, “Great Expectations with Natasha Rizopoulos”

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YOGAPEDIA: Chaturanga Dandasana

The intensity of full Wheel Pose offers an ideal opportunity to cultivate steadiness under any circumstances.

Find the balance of strength and flexibility that’s right for you and you’ll blossom into Bird of Paradise.

Move forward with balance and skill to fly fearlessly in Eka Pada Galavasana.

Build a Bridge and enjoy the many opening and strengthening benefits this pose offers (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana | Bridge Pose).

Stabilize your lower back in Up Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana) to create an even arc along your whole spine.

Enjoy the benefits of forward bending and backbending in this standing pose (Parsvottanasana | Intense Side Stretch)

Keep your spine long as you fold into this calming forward bend (Upavistha Konasana | Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend).

Set up a stable foundation to get the most from this standing twist (Parivrtta Trikonasana | Revolved Triangle Pose)

Learn proper alignment in Pigeon Pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana) and enjoy a safe and sweet hip opener.